Bristol After Stroke
@bristolafterstroke.bsky.social
A charity working across Bristol and South Gloucestershire supporting people on their recovery journey, and their carers, following a stroke.
Our Tree of Celebration is shining brighter every day — thanks to you ✨
Whether you’re remembering someone special, celebrating progress, or giving thanks, we’d love you to be part of it.
Add your decoration and support local stroke affected people this Christmas:
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Whether you’re remembering someone special, celebrating progress, or giving thanks, we’d love you to be part of it.
Add your decoration and support local stroke affected people this Christmas:
lnkd.in/ejJXfjcM
November 27, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Our Tree of Celebration is shining brighter every day — thanks to you ✨
Whether you’re remembering someone special, celebrating progress, or giving thanks, we’d love you to be part of it.
Add your decoration and support local stroke affected people this Christmas:
lnkd.in/ejJXfjcM
Whether you’re remembering someone special, celebrating progress, or giving thanks, we’d love you to be part of it.
Add your decoration and support local stroke affected people this Christmas:
lnkd.in/ejJXfjcM
Only a few days to go until our supporters Christmas Lights switch on in Chipping Sodbury!
Our amazing supporters have been working hard to create a magical display - all to raise funds for Bristol After Stroke.
Join us from 29th November, any evening between 6–9pm.
Our amazing supporters have been working hard to create a magical display - all to raise funds for Bristol After Stroke.
Join us from 29th November, any evening between 6–9pm.
November 26, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Only a few days to go until our supporters Christmas Lights switch on in Chipping Sodbury!
Our amazing supporters have been working hard to create a magical display - all to raise funds for Bristol After Stroke.
Join us from 29th November, any evening between 6–9pm.
Our amazing supporters have been working hard to create a magical display - all to raise funds for Bristol After Stroke.
Join us from 29th November, any evening between 6–9pm.
Stroke in the news: A fascinating round-up from around the world... including new research, singing with aphasia, microbots delivering stroke drugs directly to blocked vessels, how symptoms can be missed... and why women can be more prone to strokes.
www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/str...
www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/str...
November 22, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Stroke in the news: A fascinating round-up from around the world... including new research, singing with aphasia, microbots delivering stroke drugs directly to blocked vessels, how symptoms can be missed... and why women can be more prone to strokes.
www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/str...
www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/str...
Every decoration tells a story. 💚
This Christmas, add yours to our Tree of Celebration - to remember, celebrate, or give thanks.
Your gift will help local people rebuild their lives after a stroke.
Donate and add your decoration here: www.visufund.com/tree-of-celebration-2025
This Christmas, add yours to our Tree of Celebration - to remember, celebrate, or give thanks.
Your gift will help local people rebuild their lives after a stroke.
Donate and add your decoration here: www.visufund.com/tree-of-celebration-2025
November 21, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Every decoration tells a story. 💚
This Christmas, add yours to our Tree of Celebration - to remember, celebrate, or give thanks.
Your gift will help local people rebuild their lives after a stroke.
Donate and add your decoration here: www.visufund.com/tree-of-celebration-2025
This Christmas, add yours to our Tree of Celebration - to remember, celebrate, or give thanks.
Your gift will help local people rebuild their lives after a stroke.
Donate and add your decoration here: www.visufund.com/tree-of-celebration-2025
Could you make connections through this Marmalade Trust project?
Our friends at the loneliness charity Marmalade Trust have asked us to share their call for referrals and volunteers.
www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/cou...
Our friends at the loneliness charity Marmalade Trust have asked us to share their call for referrals and volunteers.
www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/cou...
November 19, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Could you make connections through this Marmalade Trust project?
Our friends at the loneliness charity Marmalade Trust have asked us to share their call for referrals and volunteers.
www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/cou...
Our friends at the loneliness charity Marmalade Trust have asked us to share their call for referrals and volunteers.
www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/cou...
Some of our amazing supporters are lighting up their house in Chipping Sodbury this year - all in aid of Bristol After Stroke! 🎄
If you’re feeling festive, why not take a drive and enjoy their wonderful Christmas display?
📅 29th November - 1st January
⏰ 6pm - 9pm daily
📍 Full address on the poster
If you’re feeling festive, why not take a drive and enjoy their wonderful Christmas display?
📅 29th November - 1st January
⏰ 6pm - 9pm daily
📍 Full address on the poster
November 18, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Some of our amazing supporters are lighting up their house in Chipping Sodbury this year - all in aid of Bristol After Stroke! 🎄
If you’re feeling festive, why not take a drive and enjoy their wonderful Christmas display?
📅 29th November - 1st January
⏰ 6pm - 9pm daily
📍 Full address on the poster
If you’re feeling festive, why not take a drive and enjoy their wonderful Christmas display?
📅 29th November - 1st January
⏰ 6pm - 9pm daily
📍 Full address on the poster
🎤 A huge thank you and well done to our Chair of Trustees for hosting the incredible Live at the Town Hall event! 🎶
It was a fantastic, fun-filled evening with a brilliant community spirit — raising an amazing £6,380 for Bristol After Stroke.
It was a fantastic, fun-filled evening with a brilliant community spirit — raising an amazing £6,380 for Bristol After Stroke.
November 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM
🎤 A huge thank you and well done to our Chair of Trustees for hosting the incredible Live at the Town Hall event! 🎶
It was a fantastic, fun-filled evening with a brilliant community spirit — raising an amazing £6,380 for Bristol After Stroke.
It was a fantastic, fun-filled evening with a brilliant community spirit — raising an amazing £6,380 for Bristol After Stroke.
It's time to buy your Christmas cards! So why not support Bristol After Stroke with every one you send? Our A5 cards are £4.50 for ten (incl envelopes); A6 just £4.00. No message inside. Call/email us to order, or ask at your group! Image taken by Andy Edwards in Eastville Park.
November 11, 2025 at 12:00 PM
It's time to buy your Christmas cards! So why not support Bristol After Stroke with every one you send? Our A5 cards are £4.50 for ten (incl envelopes); A6 just £4.00. No message inside. Call/email us to order, or ask at your group! Image taken by Andy Edwards in Eastville Park.
If you came along to our Wellbeing Day, you'll know what an amazing resource Redcatch Community Garden offers the local community. A space to come together, improve your health and wellbeing, enjoy workshops and activities... or just a social cake & cuppa! Do drop in!
October 30, 2025 at 10:01 AM
If you came along to our Wellbeing Day, you'll know what an amazing resource Redcatch Community Garden offers the local community. A space to come together, improve your health and wellbeing, enjoy workshops and activities... or just a social cake & cuppa! Do drop in!
Rackets at the ready... there's still (just about!) time to sign up to the tournament being organised by Dr Praveen Kumar for Sunday 9th November - and help raise funds for Bristol After Stroke at the same time!
October 29, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Rackets at the ready... there's still (just about!) time to sign up to the tournament being organised by Dr Praveen Kumar for Sunday 9th November - and help raise funds for Bristol After Stroke at the same time!
It's a week on from our fabulous Wellbeing Day... and here are just a few reminders of what a great day it was! Thank you to everyone who made it all possible - and we look forward to doing it all again next year!
October 24, 2025 at 9:02 AM
It's a week on from our fabulous Wellbeing Day... and here are just a few reminders of what a great day it was! Thank you to everyone who made it all possible - and we look forward to doing it all again next year!
Catch up with "Stroke in the news"
Our fascinating monthly round-up, featuring Stroke stories gleaned from around the world... from promising new research and the emotional impacts of a stroke through to a lady who woke up with a Thai accent...
www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/str...
Our fascinating monthly round-up, featuring Stroke stories gleaned from around the world... from promising new research and the emotional impacts of a stroke through to a lady who woke up with a Thai accent...
www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/str...
October 23, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Catch up with "Stroke in the news"
Our fascinating monthly round-up, featuring Stroke stories gleaned from around the world... from promising new research and the emotional impacts of a stroke through to a lady who woke up with a Thai accent...
www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/str...
Our fascinating monthly round-up, featuring Stroke stories gleaned from around the world... from promising new research and the emotional impacts of a stroke through to a lady who woke up with a Thai accent...
www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/str...
At our Wellbeing Day last week, we were privileged to hear the compelling account of one man's stroke... and his determined journey to recover. This is Valentine's story.
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October 22, 2025 at 1:04 PM
At our Wellbeing Day last week, we were privileged to hear the compelling account of one man's stroke... and his determined journey to recover. This is Valentine's story.
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buff.ly/WcdXU0l
Quizzers, boppers… and anyone whose ever dreamt of driving a supercar, playing golf at The Belfry or winning a Merc! Friday 1 November at Chipping Sodbury Town Hall will be a night to remember. With music, quiz and fantastic silent auction with great prizes!
Just £10 – www.bit.ly/liveatthetownhall
Just £10 – www.bit.ly/liveatthetownhall
October 22, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Quizzers, boppers… and anyone whose ever dreamt of driving a supercar, playing golf at The Belfry or winning a Merc! Friday 1 November at Chipping Sodbury Town Hall will be a night to remember. With music, quiz and fantastic silent auction with great prizes!
Just £10 – www.bit.ly/liveatthetownhall
Just £10 – www.bit.ly/liveatthetownhall
✨ Wow — massive thanks to Celena Lewis' Zumba Class for raising an incredible £1,917 for Bristol After Stroke! 💃🏽
Two hours of Zumba, followed by Caribbean food, raffle and karaoke bingo - what a day!
Thanks for dancing up some serious impact! 🙌
www.zumba.com/en-US/p/cele...
Two hours of Zumba, followed by Caribbean food, raffle and karaoke bingo - what a day!
Thanks for dancing up some serious impact! 🙌
www.zumba.com/en-US/p/cele...
October 21, 2025 at 5:02 PM
✨ Wow — massive thanks to Celena Lewis' Zumba Class for raising an incredible £1,917 for Bristol After Stroke! 💃🏽
Two hours of Zumba, followed by Caribbean food, raffle and karaoke bingo - what a day!
Thanks for dancing up some serious impact! 🙌
www.zumba.com/en-US/p/cele...
Two hours of Zumba, followed by Caribbean food, raffle and karaoke bingo - what a day!
Thanks for dancing up some serious impact! 🙌
www.zumba.com/en-US/p/cele...
To support World Stroke Day (29th Oct), schools & companies can join our #StripesForStroke campaign on a day of their choice.
Wear something stripey - shirt, scarf, or even a bold costume - and make a small donation to support stroke awareness & services.
Every stripe counts!
Wear something stripey - shirt, scarf, or even a bold costume - and make a small donation to support stroke awareness & services.
Every stripe counts!
October 20, 2025 at 2:00 PM
To support World Stroke Day (29th Oct), schools & companies can join our #StripesForStroke campaign on a day of their choice.
Wear something stripey - shirt, scarf, or even a bold costume - and make a small donation to support stroke awareness & services.
Every stripe counts!
Wear something stripey - shirt, scarf, or even a bold costume - and make a small donation to support stroke awareness & services.
Every stripe counts!
We're just weeks away from a great night out – and one of our big fundraising events of the year! Come along, test your brain power, have a bop.. and drive away in a Mercedes!
www.bit.ly/liveatthetownhall
www.bit.ly/liveatthetownhall
October 16, 2025 at 1:03 PM
We're just weeks away from a great night out – and one of our big fundraising events of the year! Come along, test your brain power, have a bop.. and drive away in a Mercedes!
www.bit.ly/liveatthetownhall
www.bit.ly/liveatthetownhall
This World Stroke Day (Oct 29), we’re going stripey for a cause!
Join our #StripesForStroke campaign - wear your best stripes, donate, and help raise awareness + support for stroke survivors.
Every stripe counts.
#WorldStrokeDay #StrokeAwareness
Join our #StripesForStroke campaign - wear your best stripes, donate, and help raise awareness + support for stroke survivors.
Every stripe counts.
#WorldStrokeDay #StrokeAwareness
October 13, 2025 at 2:00 PM
This World Stroke Day (Oct 29), we’re going stripey for a cause!
Join our #StripesForStroke campaign - wear your best stripes, donate, and help raise awareness + support for stroke survivors.
Every stripe counts.
#WorldStrokeDay #StrokeAwareness
Join our #StripesForStroke campaign - wear your best stripes, donate, and help raise awareness + support for stroke survivors.
Every stripe counts.
#WorldStrokeDay #StrokeAwareness
We are pleased to announce that we have received a grant of £5,000 from the Wessex Water Foundation Avonmouth Area Community Fund. This will help support the running of our Avonmouth Stroke Support Group. Thank you so much Wessex Water!
October 6, 2025 at 3:05 PM
We are pleased to announce that we have received a grant of £5,000 from the Wessex Water Foundation Avonmouth Area Community Fund. This will help support the running of our Avonmouth Stroke Support Group. Thank you so much Wessex Water!
Could you share your counselling story?
If you feel you've benefitted from counselling from Bristol After Stroke, and would be happy to share your experience (anonymously if you prefer) and encourage others to go down this route, we'd love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]
If you feel you've benefitted from counselling from Bristol After Stroke, and would be happy to share your experience (anonymously if you prefer) and encourage others to go down this route, we'd love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]
October 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Could you share your counselling story?
If you feel you've benefitted from counselling from Bristol After Stroke, and would be happy to share your experience (anonymously if you prefer) and encourage others to go down this route, we'd love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]
If you feel you've benefitted from counselling from Bristol After Stroke, and would be happy to share your experience (anonymously if you prefer) and encourage others to go down this route, we'd love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]
Time to sign up for stripes!
We're just weeks away from World Stroke Day... and we'll be marking the occasion in style with our very own "Stripes For Stroke" fundraising event – and asking schools, colleges and workplaces to show their support for local stroke-affected people.
We're just weeks away from World Stroke Day... and we'll be marking the occasion in style with our very own "Stripes For Stroke" fundraising event – and asking schools, colleges and workplaces to show their support for local stroke-affected people.
September 25, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Time to sign up for stripes!
We're just weeks away from World Stroke Day... and we'll be marking the occasion in style with our very own "Stripes For Stroke" fundraising event – and asking schools, colleges and workplaces to show their support for local stroke-affected people.
We're just weeks away from World Stroke Day... and we'll be marking the occasion in style with our very own "Stripes For Stroke" fundraising event – and asking schools, colleges and workplaces to show their support for local stroke-affected people.
Magic medal moments...
Some more cracking shots from our Charity Walk - this time some of the record 146 walk finishers with their hard-earned medals!
Some more cracking shots from our Charity Walk - this time some of the record 146 walk finishers with their hard-earned medals!
September 22, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Magic medal moments...
Some more cracking shots from our Charity Walk - this time some of the record 146 walk finishers with their hard-earned medals!
Some more cracking shots from our Charity Walk - this time some of the record 146 walk finishers with their hard-earned medals!
More fab Charity Walk group shots - these are from our 3-mile route ace photographer Linda... are you here?
September 21, 2025 at 5:01 PM
More fab Charity Walk group shots - these are from our 3-mile route ace photographer Linda... are you here?
This year's Charity Walk has smashed our target - the precise amount is soon to be revealed! - but the day was only made possible by the 30 volunteers who made it safe for everyone taking part. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
September 21, 2025 at 9:00 AM
This year's Charity Walk has smashed our target - the precise amount is soon to be revealed! - but the day was only made possible by the 30 volunteers who made it safe for everyone taking part. Thank you, thank you, thank you!